This model first saw the light in 1999 and was a real discovery for audiophiles and lovers of non-standard audio solutions. Outstanding performance and creative design is valued not only by users, but also by industry experts: Sound Sticks has achieved permanent exhibit status at New Yorkās Museum of Modern Art. Harman Kardon Sound Sticks, which has become a cult, especially among fans of Apple technology, has gone through a series of reincarnations, and now is actively selling the third updated version of the product ā Sound Sticks III.
The transparent acoustic design of each component and the minimum of wires create a weightless and lightweight feeling. Futuristic loudspeaker and subwoofer shapes that make this speaker a creative centerpiece in your room or workspace.
But looks, while notable, are not the main feature of the Sound Sticks III. Harman Kardon engineers have incorporated the latest technological advances and developments into this speaker system, making the sound perceptibly powerful and crystal clear.
The Sound Sticks III features a 20-watt 152mm subwoofer that sends sound downward and two full range directional control satellites with four 25.4mm wide dynamic heads each.
Variable pitch allows the system to be minimally susceptible to environmental conditions. Sound Sticks III delivers consistent sound quality no matter the size of the room, placement of furniture and other room characteristics.
Subwoofer is equipped with separate sound control and a phase-inverter port to reduce noise at high listening levels, resulting in realistic and spacious sound without noticeable distortion.
The speaker system uses a cable with transparent polymer insulation and shielding braid, so sound reproduction will not be disturbed by interference from external electronic fields.
Unique technical characteristics and impressive design are not enough for a product to become a real āiconā ā it has to be comfortable to use. Sound Sticks III meets this condition too: the speaker system shows excellent compatibility with other devices.
Thanks to the 3,5mm stereo mini-jack output this speaker system can easily be connected to MP-3 players, TV, game consoles, CD, DVD or Blu-Ray players. It is worth noting that the cable to connect the signal source is detachable and can be easily replaced if necessary.
Sound Sticks III has a compact size, so it easily fits on your desk, besides the system weighs very little: the subwoofer is 2,2 kg, and satellites 0,7 kg each. Neon backlighting and sensitive one-touch sound control make using Sound Sticks III really comfortable and easy.
How does the transparency of the Harman Kardon Sound Sticks III system contribute to the clarity of the sound it produces?